Classic Creamed Spinach
4
Points®
Total time: 35 min • Prep: 15 min • Cook: 20 min • Serves: 6 • Difficulty: Easy
Nobody will believe this recipe is actually good for you. Serve it with a T-bone steak and roasted potatoes for a steakhouse-worthy meal.
Ingredients
Chopped frozen spinach
32 oz, two 16 oz bags
Salted butter
2 tbsp(s)
Onion
1 cup(s), diced into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt
1 tsp(s)
All-purpose flour
2 tbsp(s)
Ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp(s), or to taste
Cayenne pepper
⅛ tsp(s), or to taste
Low-fat evaporated milk
12 oz
Table salt
⅛ tsp(s), or to taste
Black pepper
⅛ pinch(es), freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
1
Place one bag of frozen spinach in a covered glass container. Microwave on high for 8 minutes; spoon into a colander in the sink to drain. Repeat with second bag of spinach and add to same colander; use a large serving spoon to press excess water out of spinach. Place drained spinach in a serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
2
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat; stir in onion and kosher salt. Cook onion, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add flour, nutmeg and cayenne; stir to combine. Slowly whisk in evaporated milk; cook, whisking constantly, until thick and bubbling, about 5 to 7 minutes. Pour sauce into a blender or food processor (or use an immersion blender in the pot); blend sauce until smooth.
3
Pour sauce over spinach and toss to combine; season with salt and black pepper. Yields about 3/4 cup per serving.
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